How long does a Poodle Shih Tzu Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–18 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Shih Tzu (10–18 years).

Is a Poodle Shih Tzu Mix easy to train?

Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Poodle Shih Tzu Mix

A Poodle Shih Tzu mix is a cross between a Poodle and a Shih Tzu. Most grow into small dogs of 10–16 lb and live 10–18 years.

Poodle, a purebred dog — PoodlePhoto: UszkarFoto92, CC0, source

Shih Tzu, a purebred dog — Shih TzuPhoto: danny O., CC BY 2.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight10–16 lbcan be 9–16 lb

Height10–13 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–18 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Poodle Shih Tzu Mix get?

Miniature Poodle10–15 lb

The mix10–16 lb

Shih Tzu9–16 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Poodle Shih Tzu Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 10–13 inches at the shoulder, against 10–15 in for the Miniature Poodle and 9–10.5 in for the Shih Tzu.

Size figures assume a Miniature Poodle parent, the size closest to the Shih Tzu. A different poodle size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low

Poodle and Shih Tzu have low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

Moderate

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The Poodle rates very high and the Shih Tzu moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Poodle is usually described as active, proud, very smart. The Shih Tzu as affectionate, playful, outgoing. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Poodle vs Shih Tzu vs the mix

Trait	Miniature Poodle	Poodle Shih Tzu Mix	Shih Tzu
Weight	10–15 lb	10–16 lb	9–16 lb
Height	10–15 in	10–13 in	9–10.5 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	10–18 yr	10–18 yr
Shedding	very low	very low	very low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Poodle Shih Tzu Mix

How big does a Poodle Shih Tzu Mix get?: Most grow to 10–16 pounds and 10–13 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 9–16 pounds.
How long does a Poodle Shih Tzu Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–18 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Shih Tzu (10–18 years).
Does a Poodle Shih Tzu Mix shed?: Shedding is very low. Poodle and Shih Tzu have low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Poodle Shih Tzu Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Poodle mixes

Other Shih Tzu mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.